Background: The Delhi High Court has stayed an order passed by a single judge bench allowing private schools to charge a hike in fees. The order was challenged by the Delhi government, which argued that the hike was unjustified and would put a burden on parents. Parties: The petition was filed by the Delhi government against the order passed by the single judge bench. The respondents included private schools and their associations. Legal issues: The main issue before the court was whether private schools could hike fees without the approval of the government. The court also examined the provisions of the Delhi School Education Act and the rules framed under it. Court observations: The division bench of the Delhi High Court observed that the single judge's order was prima facie incorrect and deserved to be stayed. The court noted that the government had the power to regulate fees charged by private schools and that the hike was not justified. Significance: The order is significant as it affects thousands of students studying in private schools in Delhi. The stay on the order means that private schools will not be able to charge a hike in fees until the matter is finally decided by the court. The case highlights the ongoing tussle between private schools and the government over the issue of fee regulation.